Prod Dev Chemist I

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Description

Product Development Chemist I, Moncure, NC

Arclin, Inc. is currently seeking talent for a Product Development Chemist I job at our Moncure, NC location . Reporting to the PD Chemist III , this position is responsible for designing and executing tasks associated with the development of innovative chemistry-based products to support Arclin’s product development strategy within our Saturating Resins group. This position operates within the parameters of Arclin’s policies and procedures and will provide product expertise to R&T, Sales, Manufacturing, and Marketing groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute projects to develop and optimize quality resin products for Arclin customers. This involves formulating and synthesizing saturating resins, conducting lab experiments, performing wet chemistry testing and troubleshooting production issues.
• Provide technical support to the applications, production and sales groups.
• Participate in product design and customer meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of work results and activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe lab environment in compliance with Arclin health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures. Ensure that all lab equipment is maintained and operating optimally.
  
  

Qualifications

Required

Bachelors of Science in Chemistry or related field

2-3 years of experience in industrial chemical laboratory environment; MS degree will substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Ability to work efficiently and communicate clearly in a cross-functional team.

Capability to prepare written reports with emphasis on technical clarity, accuracy and attention to detail.

Proficiency in the use of computer software (MS Office, Statistical analysis, etc.)

Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work with hazardous materials while following Arclin health, safety and environmental regulations.

Write, maintain, and improve product manufacturing procedures, working with production to ensure process capability

Support scale-up, and costumer trials

Some travel is required but is

Preferred

• Ability to construct schedule and goals to effectively execute on projects and tasks.
• Knowledge of formaldehyde-based resin chemistry for use in paper saturation
• Experience in project planning and design of experiments.
• Basic understanding of engineering processes used in resin production.
• Fact Finding / Open Minded Approach: Gathers info from multiple perspectives, questions assumptions, and avoids premature conclusions in order to uncover core issues and all potential opportunities.
• Organization / Team Alignment Focus: Strong organizational skills, able to construct, perform, and communicate work in an organized manner to promote team alignment, and prevent drift into disorganization.